Sugar Syrup
Description
This simple sugar syrup is a fundamental kitchen staple used to sweeten cocktails, drizzle over desserts, or serve as the base for homemade fruit liqueurs. Made with just granulated sugar and water, it creates a smooth, clear solution that dissolves easily in cold drinks where granulated sugar would fail. The texture is thin and liquid, offering a clean sweetness without graininess. It is perfect for bartending, sweetening iced coffee, or preserving fruits. This recipe yields a standard 1:2 ratio syrup, which is lighter than simple syrup, making it ideal for delicate flavor profiles. Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to a month.Ingredients
Directions
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Combine the white granulated sugar and water in a small saucepan.
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Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to help dissolve the sugar.
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Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, ensuring all sugar crystals are fully dissolved and the liquid is clear.
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Remove the syrup from the heat and allow it to cool completely to room temperature before using or storing.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 232.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.0g0%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 0.6mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 60.0g20%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 60.0g
- Protein 0.0g0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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